Customer Questions and Answers for Silverware Basket by Bosch

The Silverware Basket is an OEM component for Bosch dishwashers. Located within the lower rack, it provides a handy holder for washing utensils together during cycles.   Bosch has resdesigned the Silverware basket, basket received may vary in design from the photo. 

Causes of a faulty basket typically involve natural wear of plastic handle and base parts. Mineral scale buildup left unaddressed between cleanings jeopardizes smooth component movement as well.

Symptoms of a damaged or defective Silverware Basket include:

• Difficulty or inability to smoothly roll the basket out  
• Detached sections no longer securely containing cutlery
• Noticeable cracks developing within the plastic casing
• Rough surfaces impeding smooth operation

This OEM Bosch part is also compatible with Thermador, Gaggenau, and some Kenmore models.